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MAGAZINEReinhardt Volume 18, No. 1, Fall 2012 New Symposium Brings History Buffs to Campus to Explore Region’s History – p. 6 Also includes President’s Report & Honor Roll of Donors President Dr. J. Thomas Isherwood Vice President for Advancement Convocation of Artists & Scholars 5 This annual week of events celebrates Ten years... JoEllen Bell Wilson ’61 Reinhardt’s best student work. It is difficult to fully realize that Bettye Jo and I have been at Editorial/Photography Staff Reinhardt for a decade. I still view myself as the new guy. This has Marsha S. White* Executive Director of Marketing been a remarkable time of challenge and achievement, and I am and Communications grateful to the many people who have contributed to the growth Lauren H. Thomas* and stability of this very special, life-changing University. Media Relations Coordinator 8 Reinhardt to Build New Amanda L. Brown* Science Center The funding History Symposium Graphic Designer has been secured, so learn 6 Almost 100 guests and students what’s to come. enjoyed Etowah Valley Iron-Making I say often that we do what we do better than Steven P. Ruthsatz* and the Coming of the Civil War. Former Director of Athletics – Operations anyone else. I know that is true. Reinhardt is a university of relationships that offers such a unique combination of Erin P. Honea Features challenge with support and encouragement. We have inexhaustible opportunities for Assistant Director of Annual accomplishments and success, and we build self-confidence in our students for today Giving & Information Services 2 School of Music: We’re Growing and tomorrow. We accept the challenge of faith and work to build from our values a Find out how a new program, highly experienced faculty, additional community of unity from our diversity. I am very proud of the community we have Mary Jost ’07 classroom space and dedicated supporters and patrons have helped nurtured. While it is easy to count buildings and programs, and each one of them is Former Alumni-Development vital, the true accomplishment of this wonderful place is its spirit. Administrative Coordinator Reinhardt’s music program become the largest private program in Georgia. Learn why Ken White ,61 supports Reinhardt. *supplied photographs I am very proud of our faculty. 4 A Decade of Accomplishments Our faculty has brought together a spirit of creativity and imagination with a very The Reinhardt Magazine is published annually What has changed and what has stayed the same since President down-to-earth commitment to hard work. They have created learning opportunities that by Reinhardt University. Creative services are J. Thomas and Bettye Jo Isherwood came to Waleska in June 2002. are exciting and relevant. We remain committed to small class size because the teaching provided by Reinhardt’s Office of Marketing and learning that occurs at Reinhardt is very personal. Our faculty members are masters “The true accomplishment and Communications. at teaching one-to-one — they teach not only the subject, but also the student. 9 Hubbard Hall named for Loyal Alumni of this wonderful place is Glenn and Marjorie Humphrey ,36 ,37 have supported their alma Bulk rate postage paid at Canton, Ga. mater with their time, talents and treasure. To recognize their I am very proud of our Trustees. its spirit.” POSTMASTER: Change Service Requested more than 70 years of dedication, Reinhardt has named the newest They lead this University with faith and commitment, and they are bound together by an exciting view of Reinhardt’s future while they identify strongly with its traditions Send alumni news or address changes to: residence hall in their honor. and values. The Office of Alumni 26 Talon Award Gala Highlights Achievers Reinhardt University Eight special alumni and friends were honored on this festive night. I am very proud of our staff members. 7300 Reinhardt Circle They perform their complex and demanding tasks with intelligence and sensitivity. Waleska, GA 30183-2981 They are truly our day-to-day backbone. If it needs to happen, they make it happen. e-mail: [email protected] phone: 770-720-5509 Departments I am proud of you. Your consistent commitment to who we are and what we do has made the last 10 years Front Cover: Professor of History Dr. Kenneth possible. We need you; we need your support. Pray for us, tell the Reinhardt story, visit Wheeler (left) and local history expert Richard Year in Review – celebrate Reinhardt’s successes Wright ‘97 ‘05 helped spearhead the regional 13 our campus, and write a check today. We have more to do and more students to serve, history symposium, Etowah Valley Iron-Making and it will take all of us to do it. and the Coming of the Civil War, so they could 13–28 Honor Roll of Donors – friends who supported Reinhardt share “little-known and never-heard-before during the 2011–12 year stories that will dramatically reshape our under- Thanks, standing of the development of the [Etowah Val- , , ley] region.” Cover Photo by Amanda L. Brown 27–33 Alumni News – Evelyn Thacker Healan 36, Brian Frey 10, Golden Anniversary, Alumni Day, Alumnotes and In Memoriam J. Thomas Isherwood 34–38 Athletics – New Coaches, Field House and Field, Football, President Women’s Soccer, AAC Softball Champs, Athletic Golf Tournament 1 “I encourage alumni and friends to develop a special interest in School of students at the University and Music... contribute time and finances. We’re Growing! They will find it to be especially rewarding and very satisfying.” , — Ken White 61 , Only 10 years ago... Alumnus Ken White 61 (right) and his Reinhardt had seven students majoring in music. By fall 2012, wife Myra attend the Falany Performing Reinhardt will have almost 170 music majors and be the largest Arts Center 10th Anniversary Gala. music program at any private institution in Georgia. Contribu- tions to this impressive growth include a new academic program, highly experienced faculty, additional classroom space and dedicated , supporters and patrons. Reinhardt’s School of Music is growing, and to meet the demands of this positive growth, a new program, five new faculty Meet Donor and Loyal Alumnus Ken White 61 and additional classroom space are being added this year. C. Kenneth “Ken” White is an ideal alumnus. He’s a successful RU: How do you see your role as a RU Trustee? businessman who is loyal to and involved with his alma mater. KW: The buck stops with us. We offer support, make policy New Academic Program: Musical Theatre A Cherokee County native, he received an AA from Reinhardt and become Reinhardt disciples in our community. I try to be The music program will hit a high note in fall 2012 when the musical theatre program and a BBA from The University of Georgia. After working knowledgeable in order to make good decisions on behalf of stu- takes the stage. As the only private university in Georgia to offer a degree in musical theatre, for several years as a certified public accountant, he opened dents, faculty and staff. Reinhardt will showcase the talent of more than 15 students this fall alone, with plans to grow Whitecrest Carpets, where he became well known in the carpet the program as the need increases each year. Faculty for the new program are already in place: Dr. industry. After 20 years, he sold this business and is currently RU: Why did you choose athletics and music as Tamara Harper will serve as director, while David Nisbet, director of the Reinhardt theater pro- president of White Capital Group in Dalton, Ga. two areas to support? gram, will also assist with musical theatre. He generously provides resources. KW: Athletics presents an opportunity for financial support. New Faculty While he ran a carpet business, Reinhardt only had to call to For instance, baseball and softball (two teams I enthusiastically Students will soon be singing to the tune of a several new professors. Dr. Martha Shaw has been receive carpet for almost every building on the campus. He encourage) help fill dorms. The success of these and other ath- appointed as a professor of music. She comes to Reinhardt from Shorter University, where she has made extraordinary financial gifts to Reinhardt in athletics, letic teams creates a good image for Reinhardt. As for music, I served as professor of music and director of choral activities. music and numerous other projects. believe the School of Music can be a shining star and an asset In 2008, she was honored with the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and for the recruitment of quality students. Scholarship. A specialist in vocal pedagogy for all ages, Shaw is active as a clinician and as a He gives of his time. guest conductor throughout the United States. A Cherokee County native, her 15 years of He joined the Reinhardt Board of Trustees in 1983. He is an RU: Why have you chosen to be so involved? experience as a public school music specialist active member of the Membership, Student Affairs and Finance KW: Reinhardt provided an affordable opportunity for me to contribute significantly to her work. committees, and he chairs the Investment Committee. He is attend college while living at home. When I was first invited In addition, Dr. Chuck Chandler and Dr. present at every Trustee meeting and rarely misses a Trustee to be a Trustee, I was busy building my business and could not Rebecca Salter, who were both assistant profes- committee meeting. He has also served on numerous Univer- be as involved as I wanted. When I sold the business, I found sors of music in voice at Shorter University, are sity committees, including the Presidential Search Committee, more time to devote to the Board of Trustees and developed also coming to Reinhardt.